Conversion Centimeters - Inches

Used to measure very similar things, inches and centimeters are quite small units, they can be used for most daily measurements, such as small household objects, quantities or weather information. They are often interchangeable which is why it is useful to know the centimeter to inch conversion. View the rest of our length converters for more help.

How to use the Converter for Centimeters to Inches?

Enter a quantity of centimeters into the box above and click “convert” for the centimeter to inch calculator to produce the equivalent quantity in inches. To work the other way, convert inches to centimeters.

Formula to Convert cm – inch

In mathemtaical terms, the formula used by this centimeter – inch converter is shown below for your convenience and use should you need it. To give some examples, 12 cm = 4.72 in and 65 cm = 25.59 in

[number of] centimeters / 2.54 = [number of] inches

Measurements in cm

The centimeter is used in everyday measurements as it measures small lengths and is commonly used as a unit of height. It is a unit of length included in the metric system and is a subunit of the meter. It is Above you can try out our cm to inches converter when you need a measurement in a another unit.

Measurements in inch

Used in everyday situations such as on the news when discussing rainfall/percipitation, inches are seen as a smaller unit of length. Inches are used for many things such as measuring height to object lengths and sizes. Try out our cm – in converter above for any conversions you might need.